Asphalt Calculator

Let’s assume:

• Length: 1 km
• Width: 4 meters
• Thickness: 3 cm
• Bitumen Percentage: 4%

Step 1: Convert Units

• Length in meters: $=1000\text{meters}$
• Height in meters: $3\text{cm}=0.03\text{meters}$

Step 2: Calculate Volume

Volume=1000 meters × 4 meters × 0.03 meters

Volume=120m3

Step 3: Calculate Density

Since the bitumen percentage is 4%, we use the standard density for 4% bitumen:

Density=2.3 tons/m3

Step 4: Calculate Total Weight

Total Weight=120 m3×2.3 tons/m3

Total Weight=276 tons

Step 5: Calculate Weight of Bitumen

Weight of Bitumen=(4/100)×276 tons 

Weight of Bitumen=11.04

Result

• Volume: 120 m³
• Total Weight: 276 tons
• Weight of Bitumen: 11.04 tons

Now you can use these calculations to determine the amount of asphalt required for any road construction project based on the provided dimensions and bitumen percentage. For effective project management and budgeting, it’s essential to estimate construction costs accurately. To learn more about estimating overall project costs, including materials like asphalt, check out our guide on How to Estimate Construction Jobs.